AVALON® 85 ABU

AVALON® 85 ABU is a polyester-based Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) for injection molding applications. Key features are UV resistance, abrasion resistance, cut and scratch resistance, excellent multilayer bonding, excellent wear performance, good low temperature performance and short cycle times.

 

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Polymer Name: Thermoplastic Polyurethane (Polyester based)

Processing & Application Methods: Injection Molding

Product End Uses: Footwears, Plates, Sports Shoe

Density: 1200.0 kg/m³

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Product End Uses
Application Details

Premium quality sports plates, sports footwear and top-pieces.

Properties

Physical Form

Regulatory & Compliance

Technical Details & Test Data

Material Preperation
  • AVALON® 85 ABU is supplied pre-dried, however to ensure trouble-free processing it is preferable to dry before use. The recommended drying conditions are:
    • 3 hours at 80-90°C in circulating air
    • 3 hours at 70-80°C in dehumidified air
    • Dew point: -30°C

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Regional Availability
  • Global

Storage & Handling

Storage Information

AVALON® 85 ABU has a minimum expected shelf life of 12 months after shipment date. The product should be stored in a dry and cool place in the manufacturer ́s original packaging.

Other

Appearance
Transparent pellets
Processing & Application Methods
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Compression Set120.0%ISO 815 at 23°C, 70 hr
Compression Set238.0%ISO 815 at 70°C, 24 hr
Hardness37.0Shore DISO 7619 after 3s.
Hardness85.0Shore AISO 7619 after 3 seconds
Tear Strength385.0N/mmISO 34-1
Tensile Strength450.0MPaDIN 53504
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density11.2g/cm³ISO 1183-1